The Vibrant Village

In Collections: Creativity in the Time of COVID-19

Copyright Status: In Copyright

Date: 2019/2022

Artists: Fabian, Joan

Subjects: COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020- , in art

Material Type: Paintings (visual works)
Collages (visual works)

Language: No linguistic content

Extent: 4 paintings

Genre Note: Acrylic and collage on canvas

Exhibit Label: As a San Antonio native, I was thrilled when the City commissioned me to create a series of paintings during the Covid pandemic. Despite the challenges of the time, I was fortunate that the project continued, and I was able to create these abstract works on 4'x6' wood panels using collage and acrylic paint. Inspired by the hardworking nature of the city and its people, my aim was to capture the vibrancy of San Antonio as a bustling community. Although the pandemic had brought about a time of isolation, I wanted to remind people of the importance of human interaction and the joy it brings. --Label design by exhibit curator Nancy DeJoy. Labels written by Ben Lash and his team in consultation with artist statements.

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1 of 4: The Vibrant Village. Part 01

A brightly colored abstract painting, acrylic on wood panel, inspired by the city of San Antonio. Lines and shapes predominantly in shades of yellow, green, teal, red, and orange create a warm and vibrant image. Hidden inside of the painting, abstracted by the busy shapes and lines, is a bicycle, a bus, a flower, and several suggestions of city grids, parks, and buildings.

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Extent: 1 paintng

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2 of 4: The Vibrant Village. Part 02

A vivid abstract painting, acrylic on wood, inspired by San Antonio. A grassy lawn at the top left corner of the image collides with brightly colored abstracted city grids in the rest of the image. Hidden amongst the busy shapes are cowboy boots, and features of the city of San Antonio.

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3 of 4: The Vibrant Village. Part 03

An abstract painting inspired by the city of San Antonio. Shades of cool blue and green circle around the piece, mixed with vibrant oranges and yellows, tracing curves and shapes that resemble buildings, street maps, and urban sprawl. Hidden within is a bicycle and an orange two-story building with a domed roof.

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4 of 4: The Vibrant Village. Part 04

An abstract painting inspired by the city of San Antonio. Vibrant rainbow colors swirl across the piece, forming various layers of circles and ovals. An organic orange line stretches from the top to bottom like a street, curving around the shapes, with a small pattern like footprints decorating it.

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Extent: 1 paintng

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